Many people dream of moving to live in America - on their own or with a family - so the question will always be relevant - which state to choose? This article will help you decide!
Most popular US states
There are many opinions about which region is better for visitors to settle in. When it comes to forming an opinion about the best places in America, views differ. However, there are a few states that travelers or tourists name the most.
CALIFORNIA
- State capital: Sacramento
- Population: about 40 million
It is the most multicultural American state with a population of several million. There is an extensive labor market, a favorable economic situation, many opportunities for entertainment for young people or family vacations, a pleasant warm climate - what else do you need?
Many people say that living here is expensive - the state has high housing prices. Renting on average will cost 2,500 $ per month, purchase - even more expensive. On the territory of California, there is not only a large number of job offers, but also several prestigious universities, where students can receive high-quality, and most importantly, a demanded education:
- Stanford University
- University of California Berkeley
- California Institute of Technology (CalTech) and others.
The most comfortable cities for life are San Francisco and San Jose, located in the heart of Silicon Valley.
COLORADO
- State capital: Denver
- Population: about 6 million
A state located in the central part of the country. This is also the region with the largest number of mountain peaks, so skiing is a priority and profitable activity here. Famous resorts - Aspen or Winter Park Resort - are direct confirmation of this.
However, Colorado is popular for more than just skiing. The state capital is recognized as a very comfortable city to live in: the average income is higher than in San Jose, San Francisco, Seattle or Austin, while the unemployment level is one of the lowest. It is a technologically advanced city with convenient infrastructure and greenery. In another city of the state - Boulder - one of the leading American universities, The University of Colorado Boulder, is located.
Another place for a comfortable stay in Colorado is Colorado Springs. The cost of housing here has average indicators, taking into account the general ones across the country. Small businesses are well developed in the central part of the city - cafes, shops and more. Colorado ranks among the safest and most economically prosperous regions in America.
FLORIDA
- State capital: Tallahassee
- Population: just over 21 million
Another state that is often chosen by migrants in order to settle on American soil. There are several reasons for this:
- Low taxes
- Cheap rental housing
- Affordable property value (2-3 times less than in California)
- Pleasant climate all year round
- Quality education
- Wide labor market.
The state is attracted to young people and families, as Florida universities are among the leading and best across the country, providing quality education in a wide range of specialties - medicine, economics, social sciences, engineering, nanotechnology, IT, space research.
NORTH CAROLINA
- State capital: Raleigh
- Population: 9.6 million
Another American state that is often named when it comes to favorite regions of the United States. Some consider this to be one of the best states for family relocation. The house can be bought for 150-200 thousand dollars, rent is also inexpensive. The UK is known for quality preschool education, and is in the TOP-10 most economically developed states.
The state capital of Raleigh and the city of Durham are considered the most convenient places to live in North Carolina. The cities have a common airport, in principle, a close system of interaction, but each has its own characteristics on the territory. For example, Raleigh is a member of Research Triangle, a large and successful technology park, which is engaged in the development of electronics and biotechnology. And Durham is recognized as the largest educational center in the state - there are Duke University and the School of Science and Mathematics. Labor market areas: finance, agriculture, tourism and industry.
WASHINGTON
- State capital: Olympia
- Population: over 7.5 million
The state is located in the northwest of the country and is often referred to as evergreen due to high humidity and rainfall. The climate may seem gloomy to some, but the state has something to offer its inhabitants besides the weather. One of the advantages is the absence of a tax on income of citizens.
Washington State is an agricultural region with livestock, poultry and dairy production. At the same time, it became the base for many large companies: Amazon, Starbucks, Nordstrom. The latter are located in Seattle, the most prosperous and comfortable city in the state.
Locals love to work productively, but they know how to have a good rest. The level of education in the city is one of the best in the country. Seattle residents spend a lot of time in nature: in national parks, in the suburbs or on the coast. City establishments are actively developing the gastronomic direction, so new establishments are often opened here, where the best chefs come to work; fairs, farmers markets and tastings are held.
